Kris W. Kindelsperger, Ed.D., Senior Executive Consultant
Kris Kindelsperger, Ed. D., contributes years of wisdom in higher education to JGA. Kris’s clients describe him as a delight to work with and a knowledgeable, strong advisor. He truly enjoys the ability JGA provides him to gain exposure to an amazing range of nonprofit leaders and the work they do to address the issues of our nation and the world in education, social services, and arts and culture.
Kris began his career in development at the University of Louisville and Indiana University. He then moved to Hanover College, where he eventually advanced to the position of Vice President of Development. After a successful 10 years in that role, Kris joined the JGA team.
Highlights of his years at JGA include the opportunity to guide Young Audiences of Indiana through strategic planning and the implementation of a resource development plan in which the organization dramatically shifted its business and operational plan to meet the changing needs of audiences. He also takes great pride in assisting Alderson-Broaddus College in successfully completing its largest campaign. The process, and the results, of this campaign changed the perceptions of campus and external constituents regarding the college’s vitality and ambitions for the future.
Kris has generously given his time and energy to the Sigma Chi General Fraternity as a chapter advisor for 18 years and as an ongoing volunteer; Girls Inc. as a Board Member and Past President; and Turning Point Domestic Violence Services in Columbus, Indiana, as a Board Member, Past President, and Chairman of the Development Committee. Kris currently is a Board Member and member of the Resource Development Committee for the Columbus Philharmonic Orchestra. Finally, he is Founding Vice President of the board and a 10-year member of the Community Group of Madison and Jefferson County, which gives him excellent perspective in working with community foundations.
Previous Experience
- Vice President of Development at Hanover College
- Campaign Director, Hanover College
- Alumni Director and Director of Annual Giving, Hanover College
- Academic administration, Indiana University
- Admissions, University of Louisville
Education
- Doctorate in higher education administration from Indiana University
- Master’s degree in higher education administration from University of Louisville
- Bachelor’s degree in history from Hanover College
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